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Letters from Our Readers
The Good News
I have been thoroughly blessed with the reading materials that I have requested from you. The Good News magazine is excellent reading. I am happy to see the Word rightly divided and not have the doctrines of men passed off as truth. I consider it seed well planted to contribute to your ministry.
B.D., Bloomington, Indiana
Thank you for the magazines I have received so far. The title The Good News is very apt in this day and age. Its contents always convey a sense of hope for the future of us all.
D.O., Mallow, Republic of Ireland
We can't thank you enough for the consistently great job you are doing with this magazine. I think it reflects God's Spirit in every way, from its balanced presentation to its quality articles to its overall graphic design.
C.T., Southern California
The preceding three letters are a small representation of a large number of similar letters we regularly receive about the magazine and related literature. However, we should also say that, along with the many orchids, we occasionally get a few onions-and we plan to publish some of these in future issues.
World news and trends
Your in-depth analysis of world trends from the perspective of the Bible has given me insight and hope for the future. All along I had been very concerned about where mankind is heading, given these grisly harvests of catastrophes that beset us in a world that is becoming increasingly dangerous.
G.P.U., Surrey, England
Holidays or Holy Days?
I just received your publication Holidays or Holy Days: Does It Matter Which Days We Keep? and of course had to read it right away. I have not observed these nonbiblical holidays since my first Good News magazine. I remember the date because I had just witnessed my grandson coming into the world and on the way home stopped to have my car checked out.
While waiting in the waiting room, I looked through the magazines lying there and found your November-December issue with an article about Christians and Christmas. I considered it a godsend as I had been dealing with the Christmas issue for a few years but did not know where to go to get the truth. Thank you for being there, and I thank the Lord that He answers the silent prayers of the heart. I called and requested a subscription and have been so grateful for each issue.
M.G., Atlantic Beach, Florida
Do you have any information on Easter? I can't believe God approves of the Easter Bunny and colored eggs. These things seem to me a put-down to Jesus' death and resurrection to save all mankind. That is a serious offense to what Jesus went through-the torture and painful death. I'd appreciate any information.
M.C., Klamath Falls, Oregon
You are certainly right in your assessment. The booklet Holidays or Holy Days: Does It Matter Which Days We Keep? covers the specific areas you mentioned. Also, please see the article "The Good Friday-Easter Sunday Question" beginning on page 17 of this issue.
Fundamental beliefs
I found one of your books in the trash of our dorm cell called Fundamental Beliefs of the United Church of God, which has intrigued me and has brought so much controversy in my heart as to the way I was taught in the teachings of Christ. I need more information from your teachings and beliefs on the following subjects as I strive to learn and search the truth of the Scriptures for myself. I believe in your teachings and your fundamental beliefs, but Christ said to "search the Scriptures." That's what I intend to do, I earnestly hope, with your help. The subject matter I am referring to is God's food laws and the Sabbath.
J.M. (prisoner), Huntsville, Texas
Our free booklet Sunset to Sunset: God's Sabbath Rest has been mailed to you. Also, in addition to the brief explanation on pages 30-33 of our Fundamental Beliefs booklet, we are in the final stages of preparing a publication explaining the biblical teaching on clean and unclean meats. When it is printed we will announce its availability in the pages of The Good News.
The Good News' Web site
I am writing to compliment you on a well-thought-out and -laid-out Web page. It's really nice to see your beliefs laid out so plainly on the Web for everyone to read. It shows you are dedicated to your beliefs and willing to share your knowledge of the Bible with everyone. I wish more churches were as open as yours. Even though I belong to a different church, I was surprised how really similar our beliefs were. Extremely interesting reading. I will pray for you and your evangelism.
Internet reader
Readers who have access to the Internet can gain easy entry to our World Wide Web site. The address gives you access to issues of The Good News, our Bible Study Course, booklets and more. You can find further information from the United Church of God Web site at .
Bible Study Course
I would like to enroll in the Bible Study Course. I would also like to add that the magazines and other study materials you have sent me are great. I read scriptures every day and have three devotionals, but I feel a study course is more informative. I want to learn what the Word of God has for me, and I have the desire to study and learn all I can. God has helped me so much in the past two years. I will continue to seek Him in all things.
C.A., Granite, Oklahoma
I'm 22 and looking forward to receiving the Bible Study Course. I really appreciate all the efforts made to create this course.
L.B., Saint-Medard-en-Jalles, France
We thank you for being a big help to us, most especially in spiritual matters. We are blessed with all the reading materials you've been sending. We can't express how thankful we are for extending your help. We use the books in Bible study and to share and use as references with my friends.
J.A., Hong Kong
The reader from Hong Kong may also benefit by enrolling in our free Bible Study Course. It consists of 12 user-friendly lessons designed to take the reader through a systematic study of the major themes and teachings of the Holy Scriptures.
Reader from Australia
I enjoy reading the articles in The Good News and like how you relate current events to biblical prophecy. Please accept my small donation as a token of appreciation. I hope and pray that your organization keeps up the good work of sharing the good news.
C.B., Kangaroo Point, Queensland
Published letters may be edited for clarity and space. Address your letters to The Good News, Box 541027, Cincinnati, Ohio 45254, U.S.A., or E-mail gninfo@ucg.org (please be sure to include your full name, city, state or province, and country).
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